I like to think that I’m not very techie. I really like gadgets though, and am realizing that I’m really just a closeted techie. I love my iPhone, and have had one since they first came out (I also had a T-Mobile Sidekick that I personally bedazzled and before that a beeper that was actually a recorder). The one thing that I do not like about it is it’s short battery life (especially when using the 3G network). So when I attended the SVMom’s New York City Mom’s Blog Symposium event at Tribeca Cinemas and was given an iGO Charge Anywhere- many of my techie prayers were answered.
The iGO Charge Anywhere is fantastic. iGo is a company that specializes in: “Go Green Technology™ automatically reduces standby power by up to 85%, conserving resources and saving money”. The Charge Anywhere, when plugged into the wall and attached to your device, actually charges itself as well as charging the device. Remove it from the wall, and you can throw it into your purse and truly, charge anywhere. It saved me on my flight to Utah this past weekend when I attended the Evo Conference. My flight was cancelled and while waiting for the next one, I quickly ran out of battery in my iPhone. The iGo saved me on the flight so that I could let my family know that I arrived safely in Utah- much longer after they expected to hear from me. I’m also a frequent Tweeter, so during the conference itself I was really happy to have the charger when I wasn’t near an outlet. There are countless reasons why this charger is so handy!
Features & Benefits:
Works as a wall charger to charge almost any device while simultaneously charging its integrated battery for device charging away from a wall outlet
Two USB outputs for simultaneous device charging
Includes iGo USB charging cable for even lighter travel
Small and lightweight – fits in your pocket
Includes foldable wall blades that easily store away
Works with multiple devices, including mobile phones, Bluetooth headsets, smartphones/PDAs, MP3
players, portable gaming devices, digital cameras, GPS devices and more
No need to buy a new charger when upgrading your devices; compatible with the latest models
Works worldwide; no need for a voltage converter when traveling
GIVEAWAY ENTRY DETAILS:
I’m thrilled tell you that I have one of these chargers to give to one of my readers. To Enter:
Leave a comment on this post telling me about a time that you lost battery power in your cell phone when you really wish it wouldn’t have (we’ve all been there!), OR tell me a situation where you think an iGO would come in handy.
For more entries you can follow me on Twitter, “Like” Momma’s Gone City on Facebook, and (if you really want to) subscribe to either Momma’s Gone City or Momma’s Gone City Reviews. You may also do the same for iGo- on Twitter and Facebook. FOR EACH ACTION YOU MUST LEAVE A COMMENT ON THIS POST. You may tweet about this giveaway once per day on Twitter, linking both @mommasgonecity, @iGo_inc, and a link to this post (http://tinyurl.com/396fvyb) in the tweet.
One winner will be chosen randomly using Random.org on Wednesday, July 7th at midnight. GOOD LUCK!!
UPDATE:
Random.org chose #3, Kristiina! Congratulations! Please send me your info ASAP!
Thank you to all that entered, told stories, and subscribed 
Mother, dental school widow, fashionista. Suburban transplant adapting to life in Manhattan and loving it.
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I love my house iGo. And my car one. Now I needs me a portable one!
I think it would come in very handy for traveling, because I can leave it in my bag & not to remember to take my car one…then hope I remember to take it out of the rental car!
Thanks so much for the chance!
My worst moments of not having a charged cell phone= 9 months pregnant, a two year old and the panic that something (labor) would happen at any time. Since then, I try to make sure that I am always fully charged, but this charger would make that SO much easier to accomplish.
I would like to subscribe but where/how do I do this? Sorry if it's obvious and I just can't figure it out:)
I haven't actually run out of battery because I have a car charger (which seems so old school….
but Mike and I constantly fight over the charger each evening. So one of us ends up with a low battery in the morning.
Oh, I really, really, really wish I had a cute funny story and not a Debbie Downer moment. But… my cell lost power when my family was trying to reach me moments after my grandmother passed away. Yes, really. Super tragic. I didn't find out until after work, as a result, hours after they'd been trying to reach me.
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My old cell phone has perished and I finally decided to join my techy husband in the new millenium and bought my first iphone today. This gadget looks quite handy! All too often I am out and about with my twins and my phone battery dies… of course my husband tries to contact me and thinks something tragic has happened because I am not answering.
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I have "liked" you on facebook.
I was in an emergency room and my phone died. It was HORRIBLE because I couldn't get hold of anyone to tell them how I was doing, where to find me, etc. I could have really benefitted from one of these!
I have subscribed…I think.
This would come in handy for road trips!
Thanks so much. I sent my info to your gmail account. Please let me know if you need anything else. Thanks again!!